Adult Social Care Solicitor

Service Care Solutions; Lincoln; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A Local Authority in Lincolnshire is looking for an experienced Adult Social Care Solicitor to provide high-quality legal advice across various adult care matters. The role offers hybrid working arrangements, and the ideal candidate should have at least 3 years of post-qualification experience in this area. Responsibilities include providing legal advice, handling Court of Protection work, and managing associated proceedings. Competitive hourly rates are offered depending on experience, making this an excellent opportunity for established lawyers.

Benefits

Flexible hours

Weekly pay

Referral bonus of £250

Qualifications

• 3+ years PQE as a Solicitor specializing in Adult Social Care law.
• Experience in local authority or public sector is preferred.
• Strong expertise in mental capacity and mental health law.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on Adult Social Care law.
• Handle Court of Protection work and proceedings.
• Represent the Council in mental health law issues.

Skills

Adult Social Care expertise

Court of Protection knowledge

Mental Health law understanding

Education

3+ years PQE Solicitor in England and Wales

Job description

Role Overview

Service Care Solutions, a Local Authority in Lincolnshire, is recruiting an experienced Adult Social Care Solicitor. The role offers an excellent opportunity for an established lawyer to deliver high‑quality legal advice across a broad range of adult care matters, including advocacy and court work.

Location and Contract

Location: Lincolnshire – Remote with minimal office attendance.
Umbrella Rate: £50‑£55 per hour.
PAYE Inc Rate: £44.10‑£48.44 per hour.
Contract Length: 3 months ongoing.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice to the Council on all aspects of Adult Social Care law.
• Handle Court of Protection work.
• Advise on Mental Capacity Act matters.
• Represent the Council on Mental Health law issues.
• Deliver general advisory work under the Care Act.
• Manage associated court work and proceedings.

Key Requirements

• 3+ years PQE in Adult Social Care law as a Solicitor in England and Wales.
• Proven experience as an Adult Social Care Solicitor within a local authority or similar public sector environment.
• Strong expertise in Court of Protection, mental capacity, and mental health law.

Benefits and Working Arrangements

• Hybrid working model.
• Flexible hours.
• Weekly pay – rate dependent on experience and interview performance.
• Referral bonus of £250 for a successful recommendation.

Contact and Application

If this Adult Social Care Solicitor role is of interest, please feel free to reach out to Hugh Barnes on (phone number removed) or email (url removed).